Description
This Blooming Onion Sauce is a creamy, zesty dip with the perfect balance of tang, spice, and savory flavors. It’s the ideal sauce for dipping a crispy blooming onion, adding an extra layer of deliciousness to this classic appetizer. Quick and easy to make, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons horseradish sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mix the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more horseradish for extra kick, or a little more ketchup for sweetness. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill the Sauce:
- Cover the sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the taste.
- Serve:
- Serve alongside a crispy blooming onion or as a dip for fries, onion rings, or even vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust spice level: If you like a spicier sauce, increase the horseradish, or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Storage: This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Other uses: This sauce also works well as a dip for other fried foods like chicken tenders or calamari.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dip, Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: blooming onion sauce, blooming onion dip, onion dipping sauce, creamy onion sauce, horseradish dipping sauce